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revised traditional door strike – brass

Posted on 29th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

Strike revised for jamb repairs. See photo.



ribbon and reed pull | sculpted

Posted on 29th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

This ribbon and reed pull was sketched and then sculpted by our artist for a special project in Chicago.  The detailing was pulled from historic ribbon and reed levers and trim pieces.



polishing casement hardware

Posted on 27th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

Here is a photo of one of our craftsmen performing finishing work on casement window locks.  These locks were just finished (restored) for a local home.  Bathrooms were done in polished nickel.



traditional door details

Posted on 25th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

Here is a great detail of a rabbit door french door with a narrow stile.  Many architects use old books like this for remodel and new construction work.  If you ever would like to use some of our resources don’t hesitate to ask (several others available at www.harmonhinge.com).



tectus hinges | polished nickel

Posted on 22nd April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

These concealed hinges provide a clean look on concealed door openings.  The tectus hinge is available in many finishes – including polished nickel as shown here.



brass turn of the century knob

Posted on 21st April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

This is an example of a knob and rosette that we are currently installing on a local home.  The un-lacquered and hand waxed brass finish is throughout the entire project – with silver and a hand waxed finish in the living room and other formal areas.



pocket door hardware | polished nickel

Posted on 20th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

These beveled pocket door hardware trim plates have all been prepared in a polished nickel plated finish.  All the fasteners are slotted and finished to match for a client in St. Louis.



james in our finishing room

Posted on 17th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

In the coming months we are going to show some photos of work in process in our plating and polishing shop (right here in Wilmette).  If you ever would like to tour our facilities give us a call.  We give tours to the Art Institute classes in Chicago as well as to other trade organizations.



more art deco hardware & kitchen . . .

Posted on 15th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

Here are some additional photos of a Washington kitchen that we manufactured the cabinet hardware for.  Enjoy…



art deco cabinet hardware

Posted on 13th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

This kitchen in Washington state was done using our art deco cabinet hardware in polished nickel.  The next post will contain some additional photos of the finished kitchen.



david adler | reproduction hardware

Posted on 11th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

These knobs are actually reproductions of knobs that were used on a home in Lake Forest, Illinois.  It is extremely evident that David Adler placed a high importance on hardware selection and use.  The simple timeless elegance of this knob and rosette is classic Adler.  These knobs will be finished in an un-lacquered brass and be allowed to age naturally on the exterior doors.



custom door knobs installed

Posted on 9th April, by gbettenhausen in Recent Projects. No Comments

These custom knobs were installed today on existing (restored) rim locks on a local home.  The knobs weigh in at over 6 lbs each.  Custom backing plates were made to accommodate the size that are concealed by the mortise lock/rim lock trim.





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